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W709 MKW

2000 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

37,490 mi
Last recorded37,490 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 2000 Honda CB50026,946 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW709 MKW
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2026 37,490 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2025 37,215 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2025 37,215 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Aug 2024 36,642 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Aug 2023 35,707 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Mar 2022 35,689 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2021 35,631 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2020 31,566 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2019 30,063 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Feb 2018 28,275 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2013 28,272 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 27,726 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 25,714 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 25,196 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2010 25,196 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 12 Sep 2009 22,854 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 22,456 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2008 22,456 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 12 May 2006 18,553 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CB500?

Based on 77,271 MOT tests across 7,190 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
1,106
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
7,190
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1,526
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,227
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,110
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 808
Drive chain excessively loose 572
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W709 MKW is a 2000 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2000 Honda CB500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 26,946 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda CB500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 1,526 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W709 MKW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB500 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 26 years old, this Honda CB500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W709 MKW registered?

W709 MKW is a 2000 Honda CB500, first registered on 7 March 2000.

Is W709 MKW safe to buy?

The MOT history for W709 MKW shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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